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Dr. Joseph Shrout, MD

Dr. Joseph Shrout, MD

Shoulder & Elbow Surgeon
19735 Germantown Road, Suite 120, Germantown, MD
4.88
“Dr. Shrout found a break that urgent care missed although they did x-rays. Grateful for his expertise & care.”
Kira K.May 7, 2025
Highly recommended
92% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.88

Average wait time

4.69

Bedside manner

4.81
“Dr. Shrout found a break that urgent care missed although they did x-rays. Grateful for his expertise & care.”
Kira K.May 7, 2025
“The facility was easily accessible with plenty of parking. The waiting room was clean with plenty of seating for patients. Dr. Shrout and his staff were very courteous and professional. The doctor addressed all of our medical questions and concerns.”
Jason G.December 30, 2024

About Dr. Joseph Shrout

Dr. Shrout is a graduate of Oregon State University where he was awarded High Honors with a Bachelor of Science degree. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD, and then received his post-graduate orthopaedic surgery training at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA. He worked for six years in general orthpaedics and sports medicine, including a one year combat deployment to Iraq in 2003 as a Forward Surgical Team commander with the decorated 101st Airborne Division. Upon his return, he completed a one-year Hand and Upper Extremity fellowship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. in conjunction with the Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Shrout has been practicing in orthopaedic surgery since 1994, and retired from the U.S. Army in 2011 at the rank of Colonel. He has been in private practice in the Washington area since 2011, and has maintained his involvement in orthopaedic sports medicine by participating as a team physician for the D.C. United Men’s professional soccer team, and Head Team Physician for the D.C. United Women’s team in 2012. In 2013 he served as Head Team Physician for the inaugural season of the National Women’s Soccer League professional team, the Washington Spirit. He also has a particular interest in the treatment and prevention of sports related injuries of the upper extremity. Dr. Shrout and his wife, Anne, have three daughters who are active in school and sports. The family enjoys golf, fitness, and water skiing.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Rotator cuff injury
Arthritis
Joint cyst
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Carpal tunnel & related syndromes
Joint or tendon inflammation of the finger/wrist/hand
Rotator cuff injury
Arthritis
Joint cyst
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand

Office locations

Shady Grove Orthopaedics - Germantown (1 of 2)
19735 Germantown Road, Suite 120, Germantown, MD 20874
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Shady Grove Orthopaedics - Rockville (2 of 2)
9601 Blackwell Road, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850
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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
  • Surgery of the Hand (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Uniformed Services University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1295719805

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
4.69
Bedside manner
4.81
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Staff was well mannered , doctor was quick and straight to the point , 100percent recommend
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Dr. Shrout found a break that urgent care missed although they did x-rays. Grateful for his expertise & care.
Verified patient
Yes I would recommend. The X-ray person, doctor and staff were great. Thank you
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Excellent
Verified patient
The facility was easily accessible with plenty of parking. The waiting room was clean with plenty of seating for patients. Dr. Shrout and his staff were very courteous and professional. The doctor addressed all of our medical questions and concerns.
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had an issue with a trigger finger and the dr treated it right away with a steroid and now i have no issues with my finger anymore
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Where is Dr. Joseph Shrout's office located?

Dr. Joseph Shrout has 2 office locations, including in Rockville and Germantown, view full addresses on Dr. Shrout's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Shrout have?

Dr. Joseph Shrout is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery), and Surgery of the Hand (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Joseph Shrout?

Dr. Joseph Shrout frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Hand Surgery Consultation, Shoulder Pain, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Joseph Shrout on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Joseph Shrout speak?

Dr. Joseph Shrout speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Joseph Shrout in reviews?

49 patients have reviewed Dr. Joseph Shrout. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.81/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.69/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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